It was the perfect time to take our four children to Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. Ranging in ages from 10 to 16, they were at just the right ages for remembering such a trip.
Category: Columns
Embracing suffering
There are few things that are guaranteed in life. Most things and experiences come and go. One guarantee in human life is the experience of suffering.
Making our work a prayer
In late 15th century Germany, young Albert Durer agreed to work in the dangerous mines so that he could earn enough money to send his talented brother through art school. When Albrecht, his brother, finished art school, he would reciprocate by sending Albert through art school.
‘The game is afoot’
On March 30, 2020, my husband and I, at the onset of the pandemic, dusted off the Scrabble board and played the first of many (697, to be exact) nightly Scrabble games. The competition continues. To date, I have triumphed in 545 of those games. The bad news, however, is that this ongoing tournament has created a monster, and the monster is — me.
Finding balance between heaven and earth
Like any mother, I love to hear my family laugh.
Humility helps us overcome selfish pride
Don Shula was an outstanding football coach for the Miami Dolphins when they enjoyed the only undefeated season in NFL history.
Always present
The summer months bring opportunities for vacations and trips. Time to get away from the usual day-to-day to focus on family and seek out new adventures.
Trusting God’s plan is better than our own
The camping trip was going to be great. For months our family had been planning to go backpacking for a few days in the Porcupine Mountains.
Patriotism and discipleship
Coming to the end of June, many of us are looking ahead to celebrations for the Fourth of July.